DETECTIVES in mid Wales are continuing their investigation into the cause of a massive blaze at an Aberystwyth chapel last Friday night.

Fire crews were called to the disused Tabernacle Chapel at about 11.55pm and worked through the night to prevent the blaze spreading to adjoining properties. A dozen residents were moved from homes backing onto the building as a precaution.

Two men and two male youths were arrested on suspicion of arson and have been released on bail pending further police enquiries.

A Dyfed Powys Police spokeswoman said: “At present the cause of the fire is unknown but is being treated as suspicious, and a full investigation is being conducted by the fire service and Dyfed Powys Police.

“Anyone who has any information which could help the investigation is asked to contact Aberystwyth Police on 0845 330 2000 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”